Sticking Together in Difficult Times
James; 1, 2 Peter; and Jude were all written in the first century when the church was just beginning to transition from the leadership of the apostles to that of the next generation. These letters encourage readers to remain faithful despite the difficulties they face. The authors give practical advice and remind readers that their greatest strength lies in remembering the truth of what they have been taught and in actively living it out, both individually and collectively.
lessons
1. Facing Trials Together (James 1:2–4, 9–18, 19–27)
2. Love and Faith in Action (James 2:1–26)
3. Wisdom and Words (James 3:1–18)
4. In the World but Not of the World (James 4:1–17)
5. Strengthen Your Hearts (James 5:1–20)
6. Bonds of Hope, Faith, and Obedience (1 Peter 1:1–25)
7. Honorable Conduct (1 Peter 2:11–25)
8. Righteous Relationships (1 Peter 3:1–2, 7–22)
9. Solidarity in Suffering (1 Peter 4:7–13; 5)
10. Everything We Need (2 Peter 1:1–21)
11. False Prophets and Teachers (2 Peter 2:1–22)
12. Waiting for the Day of the Lord (2 Peter 3:1–18)
13. Contend for the Faith (Jude)
writers
Phil Baisley, Cherice Bock, Windy Cooler, Lynette Davis, Dennis R. Edwards, Pam Ferguson, Rhiannon Grant, Estle Harlan, Michael Jay, Geoff Knowlton, Christina Muhr, Ed Schneider, Ben Snyder, Andy Stanton-Henry, Scott Wagoner